According to Hayward Vice President, Product Management Kevin Potucek, Pruchniewski joined Goldline Controls in February 2004 as a Field Application Engineer in the company’s marketing department, and quickly established himself as a leader. “Dave was integral to the original success of our Automation business and has been pivotal in the development of our new products,” Potucek said. “Dave’s vision is reflected in every facet of our Automation product’s design.”

Pruchniewski was also recognized for his outstanding performance training customers as well as Hayward’s entire sales force. “In addition to being a conscientious and dedicated colleague, Dave was a warm, caring and well-liked person who will be widely missed both personally and professionally,” Potucek said.